Dedicated Surgical Facilities: Ensuring Your Pet's Safety and Comfort
Caring Hands Animal Hospital locations feature surgical suites designed for a range of procedures, from standard to critical. These can be scheduled with your preferred veterinarian, Monday through Friday.
Preparations
During all surgical procedures, a certified veterinary technician closely monitors each patient's vital signs, utilizing specialized equipment to measure heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen levels, carbon dioxide levels, blood pressure, and temperature. We prioritize your pet's comfort by administering pain medication both before and after surgery. If your pet requires specialized care beyond our hospital's capabilities, we will gladly provide referrals to a suitable specialist.
Protocols
To ensure your pet's safety during surgery, we follow specific protocols. You will be provided with the following instructions:
- Withhold food after 10:00 PM the evening prior to surgery. Small amounts of water are permissible.
- Please bring your pet for admission between 7:30 and 8:00 AM. You will be asked to review and sign a Consent Form and Treatment Plan. Please allow sufficient time to examine these documents thoroughly and address any inquiries. Following the procedure, the doctor or technician will provide an update and schedule a discharge time.
- For routine surgeries, pets are typically discharged on the same day as the procedure.
- Discharge appointments will be arranged to discuss post-operative care and review all take-home medications.
Regardless of your pet's surgical needs, the team at Caring Hands Animal Hospital provides compassionate and respectful care to both you and your pet.
We now offer specialized spay and neuter packages—learn more here.
Relieve Your Pet’s Pain Naturally with Laser Therapy
Laser therapy offers a safe, non-invasive way to reduce pain and accelerate healing in pets. Many pet owners notice a visible improvement in their pet’s comfort and mobility after just one session. This advanced treatment works by stimulating cells deep within the body, enhancing circulation, promoting natural cell regeneration, and releasing feel-good endorphins that ease discomfort.
During the session, a gentle beam of light is directed at the targeted area for several minutes. Pets often find the warmth soothing—some even relax enough to fall asleep!
While older cats and dogs with arthritis are common candidates, laser therapy can also be highly effective for a variety of conditions, including:
- Wounds
- Inflammation
- ACL injuries
- Degenerative disc disease
- Post-surgical pain
If your pet seems to be in pain or has trouble moving around, talk to your veterinarian about whether laser therapy could help them feel better and live more comfortably.